Program Overview

The HIM program is a secondary admission program. Students pursuing this degree will also complete a minor in health care information systems. Completed applications are due March 1, prior to fall acceptance. Minimum criteria:

Minimum GPA of 2.5

Completion of 45 semester hours, which includes current enrollment, verified by transcript

Career Options

The Bureau of Labor Statistics states ten of the 20 fastest growing occupations are health care related. Job prospects are very good for administrators with strong computer software skills. There are over 125 job titles available to the degree holder in a variety of settings.

Why Study Health Information Management at Grand Valley?

Students can expect individualized attention with class sizes no larger than 30 students.

The minor in health care information systems is unique to the HIM degree at GVSU, providing additional employment opportunities for students after graduation.

Software technology used in curriculum is paid for by the Allied Health Sciences department.

HIM graduates are key players in interprofessional health care organizations.

High job placement with the potential for maximum return on investment.